Premier League's PPV scheme to STAY for now - but £14.95 cost expected to be reviewed next month

The Premier League will retain the current pay-per-view arrangements for the round of matches ahead of November's international break, before a further review – including discussions about the £14.95 price – takes place next month.
By Danny Hall
Published 27th Oct 2020, 17:09 BST
The Premier League will retain the current pay-per-view arrangements for the round of matches ahead of November's international break. (Photo by MICHAEL REGAN/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)The Premier League will retain the current pay-per-view arrangements for the round of matches ahead of November's international break. (Photo by MICHAEL REGAN/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)
The Premier League will retain the current pay-per-view arrangements for the round of matches ahead of November's international break. (Photo by MICHAEL REGAN/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

The pay-per-view scheme, and the cost, has been widely criticised, especially given the financial difficulties presented to many households during the coronavirus pandemic.

Several reports claim the matches have so far averaged 39,000 pay-per-view buys, with several supporters' groups backing donations to local food banks and other charities rather than paying the fee.

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A Sheffield United supporters’ group has raised funds for St Luke’s Hospice, while clubs including Newcastle and Liverpool have supported food banks.

Despite that, the PA news agency understands the current arrangements will remain in place for the matches on the weekend of November 6-8.

It is understood a further review will take place to see what will happen after the international break, with the price expected to be one of the main items up for discussion.

Related topics:Premier LeagueLiverpoolSt Luke's HospiceNewcastle

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